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National Park Service: Lincoln Memorial Interactive
Interactive tour of the Lincoln Memorial, with a selection of zoomable panoramas, lets you view the memorial inside and out. Clickable hotspots open windows that have additional details about the structure, the grounds surrounding the...
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National Park Service: Andrew Johnson National Historic Site
The "Constitutional President," Andrew Johnson lived in this Tennessee historic site for 24 years. Peruse the history, culture, and photographs about the 17th president of the United States. Educators can take advantage of resources....
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National Park Service: Andrew Johnson National Historic Site
The "Constitutional President," Andrew Johnson lived in this Tennessee historic site for 24 years. Peruse the history, culture, and photographs about the 17th president of the United States. Educators can take advantage of resources....
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National Park Service: Statue of Liberty
This site provides history and information about the Statue, including information about visiting, the statistics and measurements of the Lady, and historical background of France/U.S. relations. Be sure to click on the "Handbook" link...
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National Park Service: The General Sherman Tree
Learn facts about General Sherman, an ancient Sequoia tree that is also the largest tree on Earth.
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National Park Service: Alcatraz Island
Follow links to learn about Alcatraz Island as a lighthouse, a federal prison, a part of American Indian history, and a natural habitat.
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National Park Service: Lexington Kentucky: Discover Our Shared Heritage
Gain an appreciation for the history and and historical sites of Lexington, Kentucky as you peruse this impressive site. A link is provided to a wealth of additional information about tourism and preservation in Lexington.
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National Park Service: Kingston, New York: Discover Our Shared Heritage
Learn about the history of Kingston, New York and gain an appreciation for its historical sites as you peruse this thorough site. Learn more about Kingston by checking out the related resources provided on this site as well.
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National Park Service: Creole Culture
The online companion to the Creole National Historical Park. You will find links to different Heritage Centers, as well as other sites dedicated to the history of Creole and the south.
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National Park Service: Travel the Shaker Historic Trail
This site provides a detailed history of the Shaker community through a tour of its historical sites. Learn about its history, its stories, and the people who were prominent in establishing this religion in America.
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Constitutional Rights Foundation: Conservation, Preservation, and the National Parks [Pdf]
Articles in which students explore the history of conservation and environmentalism in America and the modern controversy surrounding it while simultaneously exploring public perception and policy. Includes small group activity and...
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National Park Service: Fort Raleigh: The Roanoke Voyages: A Mystery Story for Young People
The history of the Lost Colony of Roanoke Island is told in story form. It tells of the conflict between England and Spain to establish a foothold in the New World, the voyages arranged by Sir Walter Raleigh, the establishment of a...
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National Park Service: Fort Raleigh: Search for the Lost Colony
The history of the Lost Colony of Roanoke Island is outlined as well as attempts that were made over the ensuing years to locate it, and ways that the colony was remembered.
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National Park Service: Pony Express: History and Culture
A good article from the National Park Service which recounts the history of the brief existence of the Pony Express. Read about the route, what caused the demise of the Pony Express, and what part of the trail can still be seen.
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National Park Service: National Mall
This site is from the National Park Service. No shoe stores at this mall! Find out about our national "front yard" -- statistics, a link to the history of the National Mall, and a listing of all the monuments on the Mall. Also includes a...
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National Park Service: Alcatraz Island
Part of the Golden Gate National Recreational Area, Alcatraz Island is located in the San Francisco Bay. Originally a lighthouse and military fort, the island is best known for being a federal prison. The island is packed full of...
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Mount Rainier National Park: 100 Years in Paradise
This site presents an introduction to the history of Mount Rainier National Park and the mountain.
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National Park Service: National Underground Railroad: Network to Freedom
The National Park System has preserved many buildings that were used as Underground Railroad stations. See the sites as they stand today and learn about the network that existed.
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National Park Service: California National Historic Trail
This site from the National Parks Service gives a brief history, and description of the California trail system which was used by settlers moving to California during the 1849 Gold Rush days.
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National Park Service: Journey Through Hallowed Ground
At this site from National Park System you can meander through Virginia's Piedmont and view beautiful landscapes and buildings while learning the history of the area. This trail is the result of many organizations working together to...
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National Park Service: The Moore House and Articles of Capitulation
The National Park Service provides a brief history of the Moore House where the surrender of Cornwallis took place. The Articles of Capitulation are explained as well.
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National Park Service: Rio Grande Wild & Scenic River
Uncover the brief history and geology of the Rio Grande Wild & Scenic River. For further information, this resource will lead to Big Bend's National Park.
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National Park Service: Oldest Rocks
Rocks can give us clues into the history of Earth. Learn what the rocks in the National Parks can tell us.
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Costa Rica Travel: Parks
This site from Costa Rica Travel details getting to, recreation, and history of a number of Costa Rica's National Parks.